Old 7 Series Bmw
#1
Posted 27 June 2019 - 04:56 PM
Most cars is this bracket are a gamble, but OK if you check them over properly. The last one I had was a 56 plate Civic that had 143k on the clock but took us to 186k and I got 550 for it when I sold it.
Now thinking just get an old 7 series for around 2-2.5k and take a risk. Servicing I'm fine with, and I know any repairs would be more expensive but I'd be interested to know if anyone else has got an old luxo barge and whether it's a good gamble or dead cert waste of money.
I have found one for 2150 with 144k on the clock, 730d.
Thanks in advance
#2
Posted 27 June 2019 - 06:21 PM
Just ensure the swirl flappers are removed and it should provide many years of service.
Sold mine at 180k, and was well into 200k when I last looked on MOT history.
#3
Posted 27 June 2019 - 06:49 PM
They are a very complex car and I'd say their ability to run up bills in 4 figures would be frightening. A magnificent car for sure, but you can't run one without a decent contingency fund. Don't expect Civic reliability!
#4
Posted 27 June 2019 - 07:10 PM
i think some of them have brembo callipers on them, and they are problematic and also expensive.
I have a e39, cheaper and easier to fix. If you go for a petrol car, they all seem to do the same mpg, i had a 2500cc in mine originally and now its a 3000cc does exactly the same mpg ! 2.2 struggles a little. Things to check out for on both cars is rear subframe bushes, touring air suspension as ive found out LOL! dont know much about the diesels.
#6
Posted 27 June 2019 - 07:35 PM
A e38 7 series sounds nice, but as above, it could turn into a money pit. I would go for a 730d, m57 engine, and get the swirl flaps removed, egr removed, bigger intercooler. It should be good for around 240bhp. If you want a petrol, a 750IL V12.
#7
Posted 27 June 2019 - 10:46 PM
I recently took the car to Ireland for a week and it was a delight to drive.
I average 35 mpg overall.
I reckon mine is worth about £3200 now.
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